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Potted shrubs make a lasting impression with sizeable presence and seasons of dynamic color, form, and foliage. A low-maintenance selection in the right spot means less frequent gardener intervention. Garden expert Katherine Rowe outlines easy-care shrubs ready for container culture, whether short-term or for the long haul.
Ornamental grasses add beautiful texture to the garden and make attractive borders for paths and beds. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some low-growing varieties that will create perfect borders.
Rose hips are the ripe red and orange fruits that appear after the blooms fade. They contain seeds that sprout into rose seedlings, but are they okay to leave on your bush? The answer may surprise you!
Formal, tidy gardens are out, and messy, wild ones are in! Rewilding your space benefits you, the local wildlife, and the surrounding environment. Make some small changes this year for huge impacts later on. Here, native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares nine reasons to rewild your garden.
If you love heat, these daredevil peppers might be for you. Ornamental in the edible landscape and on the plate, spicy peppers bring unmatched flavor and punch. While the profiles vary, there’s no missing the high Scoville units for the spiciest pepper varieties available. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores the hottest of the hot to add kick to the collection this summer.
Roses make good partners to a host of plants, but those with an aggressive spread, extensive roots, or the same pest and disease propensities make less appealing pairings. Join garden expert Katherine Rowe in exploring plants not to grow with roses for the best health, vigor, and flowering.
Powdery mildew is an unruly fungal pathogen that can wreak havoc on your garden! It converts healthy green leaves to gray, white, and fuzzy ones. Though some infections are expected, you can mitigate their spread with these 11 pro tips from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
If you live in the Midwest and are building your pollinator selections, your options are numerous. A diverse selection, including early and late season bloom times, ensures a steady supply of nectar and pollen resources. Many natives also offer nesting sites, as well as serving as host plants for the next generations. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores exceptional natives to incorporate into Midwest pollinator gardens for a well-rounded habitat.
On May 20th, we observe and celebrate the role that bees play in our ecosystem and in our gardens. Join pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss to discuss some of the things that may be harming bees in your garden, and how you can turn it around to benefit these helpful insects.
Just when your lilies are putting on their spectacular show, lily beetle grubs can turn prized blooms into skeletal remains. Learning to identify and control these destructive pests in all life stages is crucial for protecting your garden's crown jewels. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to spot, stop, and prevent lily beetle grubs from devastating your lilies.
Hilling is a simple process that leads to higher potato yields. You can double your harvests with a little extra soil and labor! Watch for these five common signs that your potatoes need hilling from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Plum trees are excellent producers and beautiful additions to the garden. Like other fruit trees, they benefit from thinning. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to walk through the steps for big, juicy plums and a strong, healthy tree.